Revelation by Kealohilani

Author:Kealohilani [Kealohilani]
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9780990977049
Published: 2019-09-03T06:00:00+00:00

Late evening came and the ball was still going strong. Rezarahn spun Lani out, and pulled her back in— concluding with a fiery dip that ended powerfully on the last note of the song. Lani arched back like she had seen tango dancers do before— counting on Rezarahn to keep her from falling— and held her pose until Rezarahn gently lifted her back up again.

She was nearly out of breath from all of the dancing, but the smile on her face was free and easy. Rezarahn smiled in return and offered his arm to her.

Lani took it and followed as he led her out through the giant glass double doors onto the enormous semicircular white marble terrace, which wrapped around the corner and extended the length of the building. An ornately-carved white marble balustrade edged the outer perimeter of the terrace— and continued down the several stairways, which led to lush garden paths, spectacular fountains, and various marble-pillared pavilions.

The fresh night air cooled her skin and filled her lungs as she breathed in deeply. Beyond providing the much-needed air, this terrace somehow emitted a calm and soothing feeling that penetrated her soul.

Pure invigorating light shone down from a bold full moon— flooding the terrace with a magical glow. It was almost brighter out here than the candlelit ballroom inside. And the ever-moving constellations seemed to be in competition with the moon— glowing much brighter than usual.

“I gather from the look on your face that you approve of my designs.”

“You designed this terrace yourself?”

“The entire manor.”

“Oh my goodness! That’s remarkable! You are just full of surprises!”

“Tip of the iceberg,” he teased with a grin. “Although most merely see me as a former prince who does nothing more than whittle his life away with amusement and entertainment. They are quite right, too.”

“Oh no— please don’t say that about yourself! It’s not true! Even from only knowing you a few short hours I can tell you are much more than a socialite. A mere socialite wouldn’t have raided Vranah’s caravan to return his people’s possessions to them.”

“Whilst I appreciate the compliment— I have a feeling that you have a gift for seeing the best in people. And you have yet to see my worst.”

“Doesn’t everyone have a dark side? I know I’m not proud of myself at my worst.”

Rezarahn laughed. Not in a mocking way— rather in disbelief that anyone could be as free and open and understanding as Lani was being with him.

“I do not believe you have answered my question, dear lady.”

“I’m sorry. Did you ask one?”

“I suppose you are correct— I phrased it as more of a statement. However, I am inquiring as to whether the design of my château and its grounds meets with your approval.”

“Oh! I’m sorry! I didn’t understand what you were asking. Yes, of course! It’s gorgeous! If there is a more gorgeous sight in Alamea, I have yet to see it.”

“I could name one…”

Rezarahn looked at her with his constant intensity. It was almost enough to make her swoon.

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